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06/01/2026
June has arrived! ☀️🌻⛱️😎
Another month, another round of specials!
The return of The Bear at HBFC, new Tubers at Tribecca’s, Pizza night at SDC, and so much more! We’ll see y’all soon!
05/27/2026
🚨 LAST CALL ALERT! 🚨
This is your last week to get these increddddible collaboration dishes from Chef Palita at .palita !!
Bangkok Hot Sandwich: Fried Chicken glazed in Bangkok Hot Honey, topped with Coconut Lime Slaw, Spicy Pickle, and Coriander Salt on a Buttery Bun
Fish Sauce Caramel Wings: Caramel-glazed wings with a deep savory-sweet finish, toasted garlic, and fresh cilantro
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You can get these specials at HBFC, or for takeout and delivery! But order soon, they’ll be gone by Monday!
05/24/2026
Patio season is in full force 😍🙂↕️💐🌺🪴🔥
HBFC is OPEN tomorrow! Come on by and grab an 8-piece, some Pimento Mac & Cheese, a tasty cocktail from the bar and grab a seat on the patio!
05/04/2026
🚨DOUBLE COLLAB ALERT!!!🚨
We’ve got some absolute heaters for you this May, but most notably, we have our sandwich and wings special with our friend Palita from !!
Get some behind-the-scenes action as Cam and Palita whip up the Bangkok Hot Chicken Sandwich and the Fish Sauce Wings 🔥🔥🔥
These specials are available the entire month of May for in-house, delivery, and takeout at HBFC!
05/01/2026
May has arrived!! Bring on the flowers and yummy eats!
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We’ve got a very special collaboration sandwich AND wings at HBFC with our friend Palita from , a new iteration of our Sesame Ginger Salad, a Rhubarb Dumpcake, new Tubers at Tribecca’s—May is looking TASTY! 🔥🔥🔥
04/21/2026
We are so happy to be cooking at this year’s Chicago’s Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry! We’re joining over 55 incredible chefs and mixologists in support of No Kid Hungry. Come and support an amazing organization, and help us ensure our kids have access to the food they need. With 1 in 5 kids living with hunger in America, No Kid Hungry works to ensure all kids have access to the meals they need. Visit the link nokidhungry.org/chicago to get your tickets and to see the full list of participants. We look forward to seeing you there to support No Kid Hungry!
04/18/2026
Feeling brunch this weekend? We got you covered! Brunch with us every weekend from 11am - 3pm!
04/08/2026
Putting the spotlight today on our very own Syrena aka Enok! 🎨🖌️🖼️🔥
If you’ve been to HBFC, you’ve seen a ton of Syrena’s work: the HBFC mural on the Roscoe side of the building; posters for special events; hand-dyed HBFC shirts; the illustrious Taco Becca’s sign—the list truly goes on!
Whether using canvas, spray paint, or a tattoo machine, Syrena is a one-of-a-kind artist making it happen with any medium thrown her way. Give her a follow and support your local artists!!
04/06/2026
CHAAT DOG IS. BACK. 🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯🌭🌭🌭
If you’ve kept your eyes on this popup at HBFC the last few years, then we’re looking forward to seeing you again! If not, you are in for an absolute TREAT 😮💨😮💨😮💨
Our friend Pervaiz Shallwani is coming back to the HBFC (covered) patio this Thursday, 4/9, from 5:30pm - 8pm! He and the team will be serving up some Desi-American dogs that’ll have you wishing you could bring them to every Cubs game you go to 🙂↕️🙂↕️🙂↕️
Grab yourself an absolutely delicious dog, any sides, beverages, or sweets from HBFC, and have yourself a dang good time! We’ll catch you Thursday!
04/04/2026
Brunch hits hard every weekend at HBFC! Come by and grab some Chicken & Grits, Honey Butter Hash, Cinnamon French Toast Crunch, and lots more!! 🔥🔥
Brunch on Saturday and Sunday, 11am - 3pm
04/02/2026
Something about April showers and flowers, right? 🌧️☔️
NEW SPECIALS IN AVONDALE 🫡
The return of the Big Cam, a new Chopped Cheesarito, *AND* a 4/20 collaboration beer between and
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Lots happening this April! BRING US THE FLOWERS!
🌹🪻🌸🌺🌷🌻🌼💐🪷
03/26/2026
🚨FRIED CHICKEN NACHO MANIA🚨
Nacho Man Quique Savage lays down everything you need to know about our delicious nachos—available on Thursdays only! 😤💪🧀
Fried Chicken, Pepperjack & Pimento Cheese Sauces, Corn Pico de Gallo, Lime Crema, House Fried Tortilla Chips 🔥🔥🔥
Get them at HBFC, or order through our website for delivery and pickup!
03/24/2026
Taco Tuesday 🥹😍💕🔥🌮
If you’re looking to mix it up at HBFC, our Fried Chicken Tacos are just the thing you need: Two Tacos with Fried Chicken, Candied Jalapeño Mayo, Crunchy Slaw, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro, Corn Tortillas. 😮💨💯
Available all day at HBFC, for dine-in, delivery and takeout!
03/12/2026
Pimento Mac & Cheese 😍🤤🔥
Josh gives us a rundown of one of our all-time menu staples! Cheesy, tasty, delicious Mac n Cheese that’ll bring you right back to childhood 🥹
Available daily at HBFC!
03/07/2026
Our chicken and grits is back! 🥳
White corn grits from , fried chicken strips, honey buffalo sauce, crunchies and scallions. Brunch only! Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-3pm. Get iiiiiiit.
03/04/2026
Y’all!! HBFC was voted Best Fried Chicken in Best of Chicago 2025!! 🥹💛🍗🎉
We love serving up incredible fried chicken (and so much more) for you. Thanks for another year of continued support for our cute lil’ chicken spot in Avondale. We’ll be seeing you soon! 💛💛💛
03/02/2026
The month of March has arrived! Some new specials, some February specials *too* good to not run for another month, and more!! Check out what’s cookin in Avondale! 🍗🍩🥗🍰🔥😮💨💛💙
02/26/2026
Answer: Fried Chicken Fried Rice!!
We got some of the smartest minds at Roscoe and Elston for a round of JOEpardy! With an extra focus on our Fried Chicken Fried Rice, contestants and champions give us all the important details, including collaborations from our very own Joe Espanol and Cam Waron! 🔥🔥🔥
Our Fried Chicken Fried Rice begins March 3rd and goes through the week, til March 8th! Dine-in, takeout, and delivery available, 5pm til close! Keep your eyes peeled for more details!
02/20/2026
Doing Lent this year? We’ve got meat-free options for you! Tine takes us through a few options, with our Tofu OG Sandwich, Tofu Buffalo Mac & Cheese, and our seasonal Sesame Ginger Salad! 🥗🥒🥬
These are just a few ways you can get a meat-free fix on Fridays during Lent! We’ll see you soon!
02/13/2026
💕💗💝Love is in the air!😍🥰😘
We asked our team at HBFC and Tribecca’s what we love about each other ☺️
Plenty of lovely bites for everyone this Valentine’s Day! We’ll see you this weekend 💕💕
02/12/2026
“Slurping is mandatory!”
Go behind the scenes to check out our Fried Chicken Ramen with and the one and only 🤌🔥🍜
This special is available the rest of the week, *ONLY* at HBFC! Available for dine-in, delivery and takeout! Get it while you still can!
02/05/2026
Gearing up for the big game? Get your snack spread out of the way! Our Big Game Party Pack has you covered! 🏈 🏟️ 🏆 🍗
• Party Wings (your choice of plain, honey buffalo, sweet chili, soy glaze)
• Game Day Dips (Buffalo Chicken & Candied Jalapeño Pimento Cheese, served with house-fried chips and veggies!)
• Fried Chicken Nacho Kit (build-it-yourself kit with Fried Chicken, Pimento Cheese sauce, Pepperjack Cheese sauce, Corn Pico de Gallo, Lime Crema, and house-fried Tortilla Chips 🔥🔥🔥)
• Fried Chicken Strips (with three sauces or Honey Butter)
You can get all four of these amazing offerings, or pick and choose! Our entire catering menu is also available. But get those orders in quick, cutoff for the Big Game is Friday at 5pm! Order via the HBFC website!
Address
Chicago, IL
Directions to N Elston Avenue in Chicago are as follows:
By Public Transport:
Take the bus or train to the Logan Square stop. From there, transfer to the #56 Milwaukee bus and get off at the Elston/Milwaukee stop. The chicken shop and new American restaurant are a short walk from there.
By Driving/Parking:
Take I-90 to the Elston Avenue exit and head south on Elston Avenue. If you are driving, parking is available on nearby streets or in public lots.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 9pm |
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What people say
Honey Butter Fried Chicken is a must-visit for anyone in Chicago looking for the ultimate fried chicken experience. The locally-sourced, hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and cage-free chicken is brined to perfection in a mixture of salt, sugar, spices, and citrus before being expertly double battered in buttermilk and seasoned flour. The result is crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor. And let's not forget the dollop of honey butter that takes this fried chicken to the next level.
But what sets Honey Butter Fried Chicken apart from other restaurants is their commitment to their employees. They believe in giving all of their staff a living wage and offer paid sick days, vacation days, paternal and maternal leave. They've even introduced gainsharing so that when the business exceeds expectations quarterly, all employees benefit.
This friendly neighborhood joint truly embodies hospitality by including it in the price of their food - no need to tip! So come on down to Honey Butter Fried Chicken for some delicious food and a feel-good dining experience.
